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Most Undermanned Navy Rates in 2026

Undermanned ratings are the Navy's most in-demand jobs. Choosing one means faster advancement, better bonuses, and more leverage when picking duty stations. The Navy actively recruits for these rates.

  1. #1
    ETS
    Electronics Technician – Submarines (Navigation)engineering
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    Manning Level73% filled
  2. #2
    EOD
    Explosive Ordnance Disposal Techniciansurface
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    Manning Level73% filled
  3. #3
    ETR
    Electronics Technician – Submarines (Reactor)engineering
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    Manning Level74% filled
  4. #4
    ND
    Navy Divermedical
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    Manning Level75% filled
  5. #5
    SO
    Special Warfare Operatormedical
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    Manning Level75% filled
  6. #6
    AO
    Aviation Ordnancemanaviation
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    Manning Level78% filled
  7. #7
    CTI
    Cryptologic Technician Interpretiveinfowar
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    Manning Level78% filled
  8. #8
    CTM
    Cryptologic Technician Maintenanceinfowar
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    Manning Level78% filled
  9. #9
    CWT
    Cyber Warfare Technicianinfowar
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    Manning Level78% filled
  10. #10
    HT
    Hull Maintenance Technicianengineering
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    Manning Level78% filled

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